Linda Brown Advocacy Initiative to help families
When Linda Brown was reported missing, her family says they were suddenly thrust into the spotlight facing intense media attention, online backlash and speculation about what had happened. Now, they're using that difficult experience to help other families. Leslie Moreno joining us live to tell us more about the Linda Brown advocacy protocol.
When Linda Brown was reported missing, her family says they were suddenly thrust into the spotlight facing intense media attention, online backlash and speculation about what had happened. Now, they're using that difficult experience to help other families. Leslie Moreno joining us live to tell us more about the Linda Brown advocacy protocol.
2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists announced
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
Lurie Children's pauses some gender-affirming care
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
Lurie Children's Hospital is pausing more gender-affirming care services. The hospital has stopped filling prescriptions related to gender-affirming care for any new minor patients.
PAWS Chicago saves injured abandoned bulldog
A heartbreaking story takes a turn for the best! An injured bulldog was abandoned outside PAWS Chicago adoption center and now she is on the road to recovery!
A heartbreaking story takes a turn for the best! An injured bulldog was abandoned outside PAWS Chicago adoption center and now she is on the road to recovery!
DuPage County reopens wildlife conservation center to the public
DuPage County's Wildlife Conservation Center reopens to the public after years of work.
DuPage County's Wildlife Conservation Center reopens to the public after years of work.
Gas leak on Aurora's Far East Side
In Aurora, a gas leak near the Rush Copley Medical Center.
In Aurora, a gas leak near the Rush Copley Medical Center.
Reward for missing 16-year-old girl
A reward is being offered for a 16-year-old girl who is missing, and her mother says she is not a runaway who should be brushed aside.
A reward is being offered for a 16-year-old girl who is missing, and her mother says she is not a runaway who should be brushed aside.
Local chefs & restaurants in James Beard semifinals
Chicago's got one of the best food scenes on the planet. The James Beard Foundation just revealed the semifinalists for the 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards.
Chicago's got one of the best food scenes on the planet. The James Beard Foundation just revealed the semifinalists for the 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards.
City to pass $22M to family of man killed in 2023 crash
City Council also just signed off on this $22 million settlement. It’s going to the family of a man who got killed in a car crash back in 2023.
City Council also just signed off on this $22 million settlement. It’s going to the family of a man who got killed in a car crash back in 2023.
Chicago City Council votes to ban sale of some hemp products
The Chicago City Council voted on Wednesday to ban the sale of certain hemp products, with some modifications made to the original proposal.
The Chicago City Council voted on Wednesday to ban the sale of certain hemp products, with some modifications made to the original proposal.
Greenland latest: Trump says framework deal reached with NATO, cancels tariff threat
President Trump said Wednesday he'd come to terms with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on a “framework of a future deal" on Arctic security. Here's the latest in the president's push to control Greenland.
President Trump said Wednesday he'd come to terms with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on a “framework of a future deal" on Arctic security. Here's the latest in the president's push to control Greenland.
Chicago City Council weighs new ban on hemp product sales
The Chicago City Council is weighing the sale of many hemp-derived products in the city.
The Chicago City Council is weighing the sale of many hemp-derived products in the city.
Trump presses Greenland proposal at World Economic Forum amid NATO tension
President Donald Trump in Switzerland today, addressing world economic and political leaders at a pivotal time for transatlantic relations.
President Donald Trump in Switzerland today, addressing world economic and political leaders at a pivotal time for transatlantic relations.
Cook County warn of changes to SNAP eligibility requirements
Cook County and state leaders warned about changes to eligibility requirements for those receiving SNAP benefits.
Cook County and state leaders warned about changes to eligibility requirements for those receiving SNAP benefits.
Naperville officials weigh controversial, massive data center
The Naperville City Council could vote on whether or not to move forward with a massive data center that has caused quite a bit of controversy in the suburb.
The Naperville City Council could vote on whether or not to move forward with a massive data center that has caused quite a bit of controversy in the suburb.
What Is the 25th Amendment? Why some Democrats are calling for Trump’s removal
Some Democrats are calling for President Donald Trump’s removal under the 25th Amendment following reports that he questioned Denmark’s claim to Greenland and pushed for U.S. control of the territory.
Some Democrats are calling for President Donald Trump’s removal under the 25th Amendment following reports that he questioned Denmark’s claim to Greenland and pushed for U.S. control of the territory.
'Make America Go Away' hats trend as Trump eyes Greenland
The red baseball caps spoofing President Donald Trump's catchphrase have become a hallmark for people opposing his push to acquire Greenland.
The red baseball caps spoofing President Donald Trump's catchphrase have become a hallmark for people opposing his push to acquire Greenland.
Visa freeze begins for these 75 countries
The visa freeze for 75 countries begins today, Jan. 21. Here are the countries included, and what to know about the suspension.
The visa freeze for 75 countries begins today, Jan. 21. Here are the countries included, and what to know about the suspension.
Watch: Trump speaks at World Economic Forum in Switzerland
President Trump delivered an address at the World Economic Forum Wednesday, as tensions are rising with European leaders. Here’s what to know about the meeting.
President Trump delivered an address at the World Economic Forum Wednesday, as tensions are rising with European leaders. Here’s what to know about the meeting.
Bears fans turn out for Caleb Williams lookalike contest
Chicago Bears fans turned out for a Caleb Williams lookalike contest at the famed Weiner's Circle.
Chicago Bears fans turned out for a Caleb Williams lookalike contest at the famed Weiner's Circle.